Shootout
Two photographers accept our challenge to work outside their comfort zones by joining us for a fashion portrait and abstracts shoot. Niall Hampton is your compère
Bickenhill, Birmingham
Reader 1
Chloé Brown
Camera: Canon EOS-1D X Location: Scotland
Chloé’s photography niche is creative horse and dog portraiture, and she is trying abstract and environmental portraits for the first time to push her photography skills. Due to its high-speed shutter range and low-light capability, Chloé’s main camera for horse-related photography is a Canon EOS-1D X, paired with a Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM that is almost always attached to the camera. Chloé uses this setup for 99% of her photography, and says that it is also fantastic for portraits. www.chloebrownphotography.com
Reader 2
Gabriela Straczynska
Camera: Sony Alpha 7 III Location: Bristol
Gabriela typically specialises in male portraiture, so she happily jumped on a chance to shoot with a female subject – especially to try posing a model for a more commercial purpose. Gabriela shoots at a fast and energetic pace, and always loves to push the boundaries with quirky poses and camera positions. Her Sony A7 III, paired with a Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art lens, is ideal for capturing subjects in most conditions. As Gabriela often covers music events in nightclubs, having a fast-aperture lens is crucial. www.rysiarhys.com
Join us and learn new skills! Keep an eye on our Facebook page for Shootout invitations. www.facebook.com/digitalcameraworld
Challenge 1
Capture a fashion shot